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New Dem Statement on Trans Pacific Trade Agreement Outline

Washington, D.C. - Today, New Democrat Coalition ChairCongressman Joseph Crowley (NY-7) and the New Dem Trade Task Force Co-ChairsCongressmen Adam Smith (WA-9) and Jim Moran (VA-8) released the statement below upon the announcement by the Obama Administration that the Trans Pacific Partnership (TPP) nations have agreed upon a broad outline for the TPP Agreement:

“We are encouraged by the progress that has been made by the Trans Pacific Partnership countries to advance toward a strategically important pact. If successful, the TPP agreement will serve as a model for future regional agreements by maintaining high labor standards, opening up new growing markets to American goods and services, fostering innovation and strengthening our geopolitical relationships in this crucial region. We are pleased with the important steps that have been taken and look forward to working with the Administration to advance a TPP agreement that will help American workers and businesses compete in the global economy.”

The New Democrat Coalition is a Coalition of 42 members of the U.S. House of Representatives who are dedicated to the prosperity and security of American families and business. Founded in 1997, the NDC provides Members of Congress with the opportunity to advance a common sense policy agenda focused on empowering the U.S. to grow economically and maintain a vibrant job market, preserving the U.S. standing as the world's leader in innovation and technological advancement, and strengthening our economic and national security. For more information, visit the New Dems website at http://ndc.crowley.house.gov.